Is it safe to use milk thistle supplement on a daily basis to help protect the liver?

Question

I take about 400 mg daily to help my liver as I have been a heavy drinker, cutting down now though. I am 28, female, normal weight.

Answer 1

Yes, it is perfectly safe to take milk thistle long term

Milk thistle appears to be well tolerated in recommended doses for up to six years

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/silymar...

Dr. Lee adds, there’s no evidence to suggest any problems with taking the herb over the long term, which suggests that it’s safe to take regularly as a preventive

http://www.mothernature.com/Library/Book...

Answer 2

Consult your doctor, sylimarin has not been shown to have any significant liver benefits in controlled studies.